Social Programme

The Social Programme has long been an integral part of this conference series. The goal is to maximise networking and community building both during and after the conference, while ensuring that partners accompanying delegates enjoy their stay in Stockholm and feel part of the ICT-MobileSummit Community.

Networking Reception - 09 June

The Organising Committee are pleased to announce that a Welcome Networking Cocktail Reception, sponsored by the City of Stockholm, will be held on Monday 09 June from 18:00 - 20:00. The Reception will be held in the Golden Hall of Stadhuset (City Hall).

It is necessary for all delegates to confirm their participation by 23 May at the latest via online registration to be included in the security list for entrance to the City Hall.

Each confirmed delegate will receive their invitation card in their conference pack, which can be collected at the conference venue from 14:00.

Delegates should arrive at the City Hall, Hantverkargatan 1, between 17:15 - 17:45 to clear security. The nearest underground station is T-Centralen. Buses 3 & 62 go near the City Hall.

Following the formal Welcome by the City, delegates will have the opportunity to participate in a guided tour of the City Hall.

Conference Dinner - 10 June

The Organising Committee are pleased to announce that the Conference Dinner will be held on Tuesday 10 June at 19:00 at Solliden Restaurant at Skansen Open-Air Museum, Djurgården. Buses 44 and 47 pass Skansen - there is a bus stop close to Central Station.

Delegates can take the opportunity to visit Skansen from 17:00 and experience this unique Open-Air Museum, where delegates can see histroic Sweden in miniature and typical Scandinavian animals prior to the dinner.

The venue has a fixed capacity and delegates are requested to confirm their participation in advance as part of online registration by 26 May.

Evening Dinner Cruises on Wednesday 11 June

Delegates can choose to purchase tickets for two different evening dinner cruises on Wednesday 11 June. These cruises must be booked and paid for in full by 26 May.

Evening Dinner Cruise

Price € per person

Surf & Turf, 3.5 hrs

55

Dinner cruise to Vaxholm, 3 hrs

61

Surf & Turf, 3.5 hrs

Evening tour inspired by the surrounding sea (surf) and land (turf) A number of buffets will be served onboard, starting with prawns, offering fillet of beef as main course. The boat glides gently past the Stockholm City Hall on its way to one of Lake Mälarens many idyllic islands. On our way back the dessert buffet will be served. Departure from Stadshusbron (close by the City Hall) at 19:00. It is necessary for delegates to go to the departure place at least 30 minutes in advance and hand their ticket in at the kiosk.

Dinner cruise to Vaxholm, 3 hrs

Prepare yourself for an evening of culinary delights on the waters of the Baltic. The menu centres on top class produce with a Swedish twist . A three course dinner set menu will be served. (drinks not included). Departure from Strandvägen at 19:00. It is necessary for delegates to go to the departure place at least 30 minutes in advance and hand their ticket in at the kiosk.

Tours

There are a variety of tours available during and after ICT-MobileSummit 2008 for delegates and accompanying persons to experience Stockholm. Tickets can be purchased in advance via online registration up to 02 June and will be included in the delegates pack provided at on site registration.

Under the Bridges of Stockholm, 1 h 50 min

See all of Stockholm from the water. A great tour showing you the city from the water. Pass under 15 bridges and pass through two locks. Travel both on the lake Mälaren and on the Baltic Sea while passing most of Stockholms most famous buildings and sights. Departures daily from Strömkajen (by the Grand Hotel) at 10.00, 11.00, 12.00, 13.00, 14.00, 15.00, 16.00, 17.00, 18.00. It is necessary for delegates to go to the departure place at least 30 minutes in advance and hand their ticket in at the kiosk.

Royal Canal tour, 50 min

Pass through the inner parts of Stockholm with Strandvägen and the Vasa Museum before entering the shady canal of Djurgården with its green and lush surroundings. As the canal opens out into the sea, pass Fjäderholmarna, our closest archipelago islands before heading back towards the city along Södermalm, Slussen and the Old Town. Departures daily from Strömkajen (by the Grand Hotel) at 10.30, 11.30, 12.30, 13.30, 14.30, 15.30, 16.30, 17.30, 18.30. It is necessary for delegates to go to the departure place at least 30 minutes in advance and hand their ticket in at the kiosk.

Historical Canal tour, 50 min

Pass through the inner parts of Stockholm with Strandvägen and the Vasa Museum before entering the shady canal of Djurgården with its green and lush surroundings. As the canal opens out into the sea, pass Fjäderholmarna, our closest archipelago islands before heading back towards the city along Södermalm, Slussen and the Old Town. Departures daily from Stadshusbron (close to the City Hall) at 10.30, 11.30, 12.30, 13.30, 14.30, 15.30, 16.30. It is necessary for delegates to go to the departure place at least 30 minutes in advance and hand their ticket in at the kiosk.

Archipelago tour, with guide, 2.5-3 hrs

For anyone who wants to see Sweden's and Stockholm's unique archipelago in a limited amount of time. See Stockholm from the water before venturing out into the archipelago. Your guide will tell you all about life in the archipelago while passing some of the 24.000 islands. Departures daily from Nybroplan/Strandvägen at 12.00 (Sat/Sun also at 10.30 and 13.30). It is necessary for delegates to go to the departure place at least 30 minutes in advance and hand their ticket in at the kiosk.

Step aboard a boat from the turn of the last century and take a trip to the pearl of Lake Mälaren, Drottningholm Palace, the residence of the Swedish Royal Family. Set in a luxuriant landscaped surrounding perfect for a pleasant walk. In addition to visiting the Palace visits can also be made to the famous Court Theatre and Chinese Pavilion.

Departures daily from Stadshusbron (close to the City Hall) to Drottningholm 10.00, 11.00, 12.00, 13.00, 14.00, 15.00, 16.00. It is necessary for delegates to go to the departure place at least 30 minutes in advance and hand their ticket in at the kiosk.

Stockholm Panorama Bus Sightseeing, 1 hr 30 min

See most Stockholm in just 90 minutes. We show you the most famous buildings and views including a stop at Fjällgatan, where the view of Stockholm's islands and waters is magnificent. Departures daily from Gustav Adolfs Torg (by the Opera House) at 10.00, 12.00, 14.00. It is necessary for delegates to go to the departure place at least 30 minutes in advance and hand their ticket in at the kiosk.

Stockholm in a Nutshell, 2 hrs, 30 min (combined bus and boat)

A combination tour showing you the whole of Stockholm from land and water. Start with a coach trip around the city, viewing the best known buildings and sights. After an hour and a half, transfer to a boat for a boat tour around the Royal Park of Djurgården. Departures daily from Gustav Adolfs Torg (by the Opera House) at 10.00, 12.00, 14.00. It is necessary for delegates to go to the departure place at least 30 minutes in advance and hand their ticket in at the kiosk.

Stockholm Grand tour, 3 hrs, 30 min (combined bus and boat)

Our most comprehensive tour showing you the whole of Stockholm from land and water. Start with a coach trip around the city, viewing the best known buildings and sights. After an hour and a half, transfer to a boat for an almost 2 hours tour passing under 15 bridges and through two locks. Travel both on the lake Mälaren and on the Baltic Sea while passing most of Stockholms most famous buildings and sights.

A sandwich and a cold drink included on the boat. Departures daily from Gustav Adolfs Torg (by the Opera House) at 10.30 and 12.30. It is necessary for delegates to go to the departure place at least 30 minutes in advance and hand their ticket in at the kiosk.

Hop on hop off bus tour - Travel Pass

Welcome to Open Top Tours. We offer a sightseeing tour around Stockholm with open top double decker buses. During the tour you will pass most of Stockholm's main sights. You can get on and off the bus as often as you want at the bus stops along the route - the ticket is valid for 24 hours. Ticket includes entrance fee to Gröna Lund Tivoli and Casino Cosmopol.

Hop on hop off Bus tour & Boat tour - Supreme Travel Pass

Welcome to Open Top Tours. We offer a sightseeing tour around Stockholm with open top double decker buses. During the tour you will pass most of Stockholm's main sights. You can get on and off the bus as often as you want at the bus stops along the route. In addition you can also travel on our Hop on Hop off boat that departs from various points throughout the city. The ticket is valid for 24 hours. Ticket includes entrance fee to Gröna Lund Tivoli and Casino Cosmopol.

Departures daily every 18 minutes for bus, boat departs approx. once an hour - for departure points and timings please refer to www.sightseeing.se